Associate Director of Financial Aid

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION : Assistant / Associate Director of Financial Aid

DEPARTMENT : Financial Aid

DIVISION : Enrollment Management and Student Affairs

STATUS : Exempt, Monday- Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. – 4 : 30 p.m. with occasional evenings

LOCATION : Seneca Falls campus, in-person

Note : As a member of our exempt work force there could be occasions when a commitment beyond

the normal workweek may be required.

Salary information : $60,500 to $66,00

BENEFITS :

• Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account
• College Paid Life, AD&D, LTD insurance Generous PTO 12 Paid Holidays
• TIAA Retirement with 8% college contribution after one year of employment
• Free EAP Counseling Services Free Chiropractic Care

GENERAL DESCRIPTION : The Assistant or Associate Director is responsible for the counseling of prospective, enrolled students and alumni on all aspects of financial aid eligibility and student loan debt management. This position is responsible for awarding and certifying students’ eligibility in all federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs offered by the college.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Packaging student aid awards.

2. Certifying student eligibility for all financial aid programs administered by the college.

3. Perform group and individual financial budgeting and debt counseling assistance.

4. Responsible for carrying out all regulatory requirements to determine a student’s aid eligibility.

5. Appropriately exercises Professional Judgement authority under the Title IV statute and regulations

6. Maintain the accuracy of all financial aid office records and electronic databases.

7. Responsible for proper maintenance, operation, and written procedures for the college’s financial aid electronic database systems.

8. Assist the Director in the scheduling and implementation of the office production cycle.

9. Participate in student orientation, campus open houses and other college events as directed.

10. Participate in technical and professional training events as directed by the Director.

11. Keep the Director informed of any internal or external issues that may impact students’ aid eligibility, or the operations of the financial aid office and / or College.

12. Complete other assignments as directed by the Director.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred, and / or extensive work experience in administering student aid programs. Preference will be given to extensive work experience, and the candidate must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in administering student aid programs. Specifically, expert knowledge in administering undergraduate Title IV Federal Student Aid programs. Must possess strong communication and analytical skills to make professional judgment decisions. Ability to work independently, as well as in team settings.

Northeast College of Health Sciences is committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging with our college campus community. In support of our institutional values, we acknowledge each person’s unique experience, perspective, and ability as contributions that both enrich our community and enhance the professions and people we serve. As such, the College is dedicated to providing equitable opportunities to all future and current employees, including those belonging to groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.

If you are interested in applying for this position; please submit a cover letter of interest, resume and contact information for three professional references to : the Office of Human Resources, 2360 State Route 89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148, or e-mail your response to : humanresources@northeastcollege.edu

Northeast College of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against students or employees on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or handicapping conditions (or any other protected status) in its educational programs, financial aid, activities, admissions and employment practices.

Salary : $60,500